Name: Homemade Chinese Five Spice Powder
Cook time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 tsp ground cloves; 2 tbsp fennel seeds; 4 tbsp ground star anise; 3 tsp Szechuan peppercorns

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Make your taste buds sing with this Homemade Chinese Five Spice Powder recipe! Perfect for stir-fries, marinades, and rubs.

HOMEMADE CHINESE FIVE SPICE POWDER RECIPE

As a lover of Chinese cuisine, I am always on the lookout for ways to add more depth and complexity to my dishes. That’s why I was thrilled to discover this Homemade Chinese Five Spice Powder recipe! The combination of cinnamon, cloves, fennel seeds, star anise, and Szechuan peppercorns creates a unique and delicious flavor that enhances any dish. Plus, it’s so easy to make – just a few simple steps and you’ll have your very own spice blend to use in all your favorite recipes. Trust me, once you try this Five Spice Powder, you’ll never go back to store-bought blends again!

WHAT IS CHINESE 5 SPICE POWDER?

Chinese Five Spice Powder is a spice blend that is commonly used in Chinese cuisine. The spice blend is made up of five different spices: cinnamon, cloves, fennel seeds, star anise, and Szechuan peppercorns. The blend can be used in a variety of dishes, from marinades and rubs to stir-fries and soups.

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WHAT DOES THIS CHINESE FIVE SPICE POWDER TASTE LIKE?

When the Chinese Five Spice Powder is prepared, it has a complex and bold flavor that is both sweet and savory. The cinnamon and cloves provide a warm, sweet note, while the star anise and Szechuan peppercorns add a bit of heat and a slightly licorice-like taste. The fennel seeds provide a slight bitterness and add depth to the flavor.

CHINESE FIVE SPICE POWDER INGREDIENTS

The ingredients needed for this recipe include:

2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground cloves
2 tbsp fennel seeds
4 tbsp star anise powder
3 tsp Szechuan peppercorns

HOW TO MAKE THIS HOMEMADE FIVE SPICE POWDER RECIPE

Toast the fennel seeds and Szechuan peppercorns in a dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
Let the toasted seeds and peppercorns cool.
Grind the cooled seeds and peppercorns in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle until they are a fine powder.
In a small bowl, mix together the ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and the freshly ground fennel seeds and Szechuan peppercorns.
Add the star anise powder and mix until all the spices are evenly distributed.

CAN YOU MAKE CHINESE FIVE SPICE POWDER AHEAD OF TIME?

“Absolutely! I like to have a jar of this all sorts of homemade spices and seasoning on hand for whenever the craving strikes. As a rule of thumb, when making spice blends: the earliest expiration date on your ingredients is now the new expiration date for your homemade 5 Spice Powder.”

CAN YOU FREEZE CHINESE 5 SPICE?

Though it is not necessary to freeze this five spice blend, you can store it in the freezer. If you do, make sure it is an airtight, freezer-safe container to keep the original flavors fresh.

WHAT TO SERVE USING CHINESE FIVE SPICE POWDER?

This Chinese Five Spice Powder can be used in a variety of dishes such as stir-fries, marinades, and rubs. It pairs well with pork, chicken, and seafood dishes. Try using it in a marinade for grilled chicken, or adding it to a stir-fry with vegetables and tofu.

WHAT KITCHEN TOOLS DO I NEED TO MAKE THIS CHINESE FIVE SPICE RECIPE?

The kitchen tools needed to make this recipe include:

Nonstick pan
Spice grinder or mortar and pestle
Measuring spoons
Small bowl
Airtight container for storage

Homemade Chinese Five Spice Powder

Make your taste buds sing with this Homemade Chinese Five Spice Powder recipe! Perfect for stir-fries, marinades, and rubs.

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Cook Time: 15

Course: Seasoning

Cuisine: Asian, Chinese

Servings: 4 oz. jar

Author: House Hunk

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Toast the fennel seeds and Szechuan peppercorns in a dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
Let the toasted seeds and peppercorns cool.
Grind the cooled seeds and peppercorns in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle until they are a fine powder.
In a small bowl, mix together the ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and the freshly ground fennel seeds and Szechuan peppercorns.
Add the star anise powder and mix until all the spices are evenly distributed.

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